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Help Wanted

Posted by: clare sokolskywhite postVA
Email: sokolskyclare@yahoo.com
Looking for cheerful, dependable weekend help to feed, muck, groom AM and PM on weekends. Would consider trading full board for the right person with references. Must be able to work unsupervised at items and must be able to do a good job of mucking stalls. Call for more ... morePrice $10.00

Posted by: David CarleyRed OakVA
Email: Carkeyde@yahoo.com
Looking for an intermediate experience-only working student who is an English rider (Dressage or Hunter/Jumper). Must have riding experience in either of the above-mentioned areas. Other duties include grooming, tacking, barn facility maintenance (cleaning stalls, feeding, ... more

Posted by: Liberty RidgeAlexandriaVA
Email: LibertyRidgeStables@gmail.com
Liberty Ridge Stables, located in Clinton MD, is looking for a working student position for the 2015 summer season. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced individual who wants to gain exposure to the hunter/jumper disciplines, as well as the daily care and management ... more

Posted by: Jamie PantelRound HillVA
Email: Jamie@Sunpowerfarm.us
Looking for farm sitter for farm in Round Hill. Mostly weekends or one night on weekend, one or two weeks during year. Text Jamie on cell at 908-581-5... more

Posted by: Kathie HamlinBerryvilleVA
Email: khamlin@elmington.com
Horse Show Photographer needed for 6 show Hunter series in Berryville, VA. Great opportunity for up and coming creative type to meet needs of the new generation raised in a media saturated world. Experience photographing jumping horses will be a key to your success with ... more

Posted by: Kathie HamlinBerryvilleVA
Email: khamlin@elmington.com
Rider/Instructor needed immediately. Must be able to exercise/school horses as needed. Background w/ H/J & racehorses. Must have good communication skills with students. "A" circuit experience necessary, but lesson program does not revolve around showing. Majority of current ... morePrice $300.00

Posted by: Flint Hillflint hillVA
Email: flinthillfarmva@gmail.com
Fun family farm looking for working student, we have thoroughbreds, quarter horses, warmbloods, ponies... we ride them on trail, in ring, jumping, go fox hunting, to local hunter shows, some western but mostly English...
We need someone to feed, bring horses in from ... more

Posted by: Katie WillisBluemontVA
Email: Tneventing@aol.com
3* Eventer Katie Willis is looking for working students. Full or part time. Flexible on days and times. Need good basic knowledge of horse care and be good handling horses on the ground. Riding and possibly competing opportunities based on riding ability. Majority of horses ... more

Posted by: Kim HopkinsMILLWOODVA
Email: kahopkins1@icloud.com
Part Time Groom Position. Looking for someone to work afternoons Wednesday - Saturday. And an occasional Sunday. Must be detail oriented, self motiva... more

Posted by: Jessie LohrManakin SabotVA
Email: swiftcreekschool@gmail.com
Seeking part time labor, job may become full time.
1st job: spreading manure pile (could use 2 people for this). 2 tractors. One with bucket to load the manure spreader which is behind second tractor. 4+ full days of work to spread this pile in a thin layer over ... morePrice $10.00

Posted by: Josie Hoffman-HowardHarrisonburgVA
Email: resporthorsesva@gmail.com
RE Sporthorses is looking for a working student/groom that lives in the Harrisonburg/Rockingham County area. Duties would include helping groom/tack/untack horses, bathing, assist with sale pictures & videos, etc. Flexibility available in schedule but must be reliable. ... more

Posted by: Adriane AlvordMillwood VA
Email: aalvorddressage@aol.com
Adriane Alvord Dressage is currently seeking a part time or full time working student. Working student would be responsible for helping tack up and cool off horses, keeping horses groomed, cleaning tack, keeping barn area clean and organized. Bring your horse or use ours! ... more

Posted by: KRISTEN PASTERSeafordVA
Email: info@yorktownstables.com
Yorktown Stables is offering a summer working student/apprentice program for young equestrians looking to gain more experience in the hunter/jumper and dressage equine industry. Great position for equestrians looking to gain more knowledge, exposure, and experience in all ... more

Posted by: Jane NordstromAldieVA
Email: jn1193@aol.com
Jane Nordstrom Training, located at Stone Gate Stables in Aldie, is looking for two people for part time positions.
One position is for mornings, Monday-Thursday and all day on Fridays, The other is for Friday AM and all day Saturday & Sunday.
Requirements are: ... morePrice $12.00

Posted by: Christine VitkusHamilton
Email: redgatefarmva@aol.com
Looking for an afternoon/weekend instructor to teach kids private/semiprivate riding lessons. Starting immediately. Will also have opportunities to take kids to local hunter shows, combined tests, starter events, ect. Must be over 18 and willing to committ to a year. It's ... more

Posted by: Susan ClarkMaidensVA
Email: haydayranch@gmail.com
Are you passionate about horses? I'm searching for an experienced, reliable and trustworthy helper to feed my horses am and pm, exercise and groom horses-This is a volunteer position-
There's a possibility for TEMPORARY room and board...
Please take a look at our ... more

Posted by: Rachel McMahanOrangeVA
Email: lilmurphman320@gmail.com
Glenmore Farm Equestrian Center in Keswick Va is looking for a fun and professional beginning riding instructor to join our team. Starting out this would be a part time position on Saturdays only, with the potential for more. Compensation will be determined with level ... more

Posted by: Jenni JohnsonBarboursvilleVA
Email: jenni@JCAndalusians.com
Professional facility seeking help assisting head trainer Jenni Johnson with young horses under saddle and in harness. Duties may include general barn chores, grooming, bathing, tacking/harnessing, cooling off, assisting with photos and videos, backing young horses (under ... more

Posted by: Liz BoothMontpelierVA
Email: virginiasporthorses@yahoo.com
Experience Barn help needed to clean a 10 stall barn. Must have experience cleaning a barn and be able to strip and refill a stall, fill water and feed hay and grain in appr. 10 minutes/stall. Must have reliable transportation and be able to show up every day at 8:00am ... morePrice $10.00

Posted by: Lindsay Fox AldieVA
Fox Training is seeking an experienced pony rider to school and show ponies. Ponies are green but just need miles. The right candidate must be able to ride 1 to 2 days per week and commit to showing once per month. Riders must be able to comfortable jump 2'6 and have experience ... more

Posted by: Timothy H.MiddleburgVA
Email: th21478@gmail.com
A private farm in Middleburg VA is looking to hire a full-time farm supervisor.. Applicant must be fluent in both English and Spanish and have a valid driver’s license. Farm supervisor will be responsible for completing everyday tasks around the farm such as chicken and ... more

Posted by: Natalie WalesThe PlainsVA
Email: natcwales@gmail.com
Friendly, laid back barn in need of barn help on Saturdays and Sundays. Mucking 10 stalls. Must be reliable and give attention to detail. Hours flexible so long as barns are finished before horses come in around 4pm. Possibility of working off field board for one horse ... morePrice $100.00

Posted by: Lindsay KelleyMiddleburgVA
Email: Lindsaykelley@phase2performancehorses.com
Help Needed-
Part time position 5 days a week from 2-6 pm.
Duties require-
Bringing in and turning out horses
Feeding
Grooming
Cleaning tack
Small barn/farm chores
There is flexibility in this position to be a paid position or a working student position or exchange ... more

Posted by: Kendall BogeseManakin SabotVA
Email: k_bogese@yahoo.com
Looking to hire barn help immediately for small private barn with 4 horses located in Manakin Sabot. Must be an experienced horse person, be detail orientated, extremely reliable, trustworthy, responsible, and have own transportation. Jobs duties include but are not limited ... more

Posted by: Jinny PinnellHamiltonVA
Email: Info@pinnellcustomleather.com
Live in position for capable person to assist with barn, gardening and general care of lovely, well organized, quiet farm. We have beautiful stalls, fields, ring and fencing and can offer board for your horse as well. Additional compensation based on hours and experience. ... more

Posted by: Maya ProulxAftonVA
Email: hopeslegacy@hotmail.com
Hope's Legacy Equine Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) horse rescue based in Afton. We are in need of volunteers to help with feeding and caring for our horses. The routine at the farm in Afton takes approximately an hour. Do you have some time to spare to help our horses? We ... more

Posted by: Holly SmithMarshallVA
Email: holly@raysmithlaw.com
professional seeks up to 30 hour per week farm and house manager to feed and care for small farm and care for dogs and horses. Must be able to feed morning and evening at 8:30 and 4:30 and available on Sunday's and to care for dog 3 evenings per week. Must be detail oriented ... more

Posted by: Stacy PattisonWarrentonVA
Email: stacy3wise@yahoo.com
SJP Dressage/ Stacy Pattison is in search of an Assistant Manager or Full Time Working Student.
We are looking for an independent hard working, organized, efficient and very dedicated team mate for our dressage training facility.
The ideal candidate will be open to learning ... more

Posted by: J MCHATHAMVA
Chatham Hall is seeking a Barn Manager to work with the Director of Riding in all aspects of managing the forty-stall facilities of the Hunter Jumper Program.
Chatham Hall – all-girls, grades 9-12, boarding and day school in southern Virginia – has been a leader ... more

Posted by: Allison EKeswickVA
Email: glenmorefarmec@gmail.com
Glenmore Farm Equestrian Center in Keswick is looking for a part or full-time groom/stablehand. Responsibilities will include turning horses in and out, grooming and tacking horses, and general clean-up around the barn/farm. Horse experience required. Housing an option ... more

Posted by: Kimberly DelisleFredericksburgVA
Email: Craftconsigners2@aol.com
Hazelwild Farm in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a full time trainer to teach lessons, do professional rides, take students to horse shows, coach IEA team, and perform other equine related duties. The position is for an independent contractor carrying their own insurance. ... more

Posted by: Nancy WheelerKeswickVA
Email: nwcavallini@gmail.com
We are looking for individuals interested in helping us expand our 501(c)3 nonprofit miniature horse association in the area of animal assisted activities and therapy. We are an all volunteer group that visit schools and rehabilitation centers. Lots of opportunities to ... more

Posted by: Kendra McQuillanMiddleburgVA
Email: kilfinnanstables@gmail.com
McQuillan Equestrian is looking for a special candidate to fill their open working student position starting in March. Located at Kilfinnan Stables in Warrenton, VA, McQuillan Equestrian is dedicated to the sport of eventing and providing top-level training to both horses ... more

Posted by: Stefanie GreenToanoVA
Email: sgreen@dreamcatchers.org
Requirements:
• Own a car
• Minimum 18 years old
• Pass a drug screen test
• Has 3 years horse handling experience
• Be able to work at least 5 s... more

Posted by: Marianne GrayBethesda, MDMD
Email: surprisegray@gmail.com
I have two quarter horses in Great Falls and need help during the week (I work full-time). If you help feed and muck you can ride. I do not show my horses, they are for pleasure. If you are interested in being around and riding horses, please contact me.
Thank you. ... more

Posted by: Hunter MarekMiddleburgVA
Groom position available at large thoroughbred breeding and racing farm located in The Plains, VA. Duties include all aspects of horse care, mucking, turnout, grooming, feeding, etc. Position is full time, six days a week. English speaking is preferred. Hourly rate based ... more

Posted by: Lucy DrinkwaterThe PlainsVA
Email: info@greatmeadow.org
Internship Opportunities
Nestled in the heart of Virginia’s Piedmont countryside, Great Meadow is a 375-acre public park and event center that plays hosts to over 50 large-scale equestrian and community related events throughout the year. Great Meadow operates as ... more

Posted by: Kara DickeyLeesburgVA
Email: kara.dickey@gmail.com
Karian Farm has an immediate and on-going need for a farm sitter who can perform general farm duties with the owner and/or farm manager are out of town. Duties include daily turn- in/turn-out, feeding, cleaning stalls, and sweeping barn aisle (for 7 horses). I would like ... more

Posted by: Jess SweelyMadisonVA
Email: jsw1930@aol.com
Barn Help Wanted - Looking for an experienced hoorse barn employeeto feed, muck, groom, turn-out,tack horses and be a general all purpose employee. Minimum of 5 days a week from 7:00 A.M. to completion of duties- i.e 4:30-5:00 P.M.
This is not a riding position. Should ... morePrice $9.00

Posted by: Corrie MannionVirginia BeachVA
Email: corrsmi@mail.regent.edu
Quiet private barn in Virginia Beach looking for a part time stable hand.
We’re looking for a responsible and committed person to add to our team.
Duties include some morning, afternoon, and early evening shifts: cleaning stalls, feeding, grooming, and other general ... morePrice $9.00

Posted by: Jinny PinnellHamiltonVA
Email: Info@pinnellcustomleather.com
Well organized, beautiful, private farm seeking part time help. Very easy Job primarily turnout and feeding either morning and/or evening several days a week. Must be experienced and capable. Would be interested in person wishing to work in exchange for all or part board. ... morePrice $12.00

Posted by: Taylor MPowhatanVA
Email: TallPineStables@verizon.net
Tall Pine Stables is a small private lesson/show barn in Powhatan, VA. Our horses are used for show purposes in Hunter/Western Pleasure, Trail, In-Hand, and light jumping, as well as for beginner lessons.
We have 3 positions currently available! All applicants must be ... more

Posted by: Crystal MazzellaMidlothian VA
Email: Cm.isth@gmail.com
Inspiring Strides Therapeutic Horsemanship,Inc is a 501c(3)organization looking for volunteers. Come be a part of helping make a difference in the liv... more

Posted by: Adrienne MitchellArlingtonVA
Barn help wanted for a small lesson/boarding barn in Leesburg, VA. We are looking for one or two people who will feed horses, clean stalls, and do general barn chores. Position is paid hourly, negotiable depending on experience. A working student position is also available, ... more

Posted by: Kathie HamlinBerryvilleVA
Email: khamlin@elmington.com
Sales person wanted! Go getter, self motivated, organized individual for commission-based advertising sales. Need someone who has a lot of time for the next 6 weeks. If you "know" the equestrian industry and have sales experience, this is a great opportunity to become a ... more

Posted by: Lindsay Fox AldieVA
Fox Training is seeking an experienced pony rider to school and show ponies. Ponies are green but just need miles. The right candidate must be able to ride 1 to 2 days per week and commit to showing once per month. Riders must be able to comfortably jump 2'6/2'9 and have ... more

Posted by: Carolyn McFarlandLocust Grove VA
Email: equestrian@lowa.org
Lake of the Woods Association is seeking applicants to work part time at the Equestrian Center. The successful applicant will be a hardworking, dependable individual who will assist with barn chores, guided trail rides, and pony camp. MUST be able to work weekends. Experience ... morePrice $1.00

Posted by: kl williamsPowhatanVA
Email: foxmor1@yahoo.com
Need experienced barn help, no trainees. Experience with broodmares/foals and stallion a plus. Feed, turn out, barn cleaning, etc. Must be able to follow directions and fast learner. AM and PM, Monday thru Saturday. Looking for someone that is no more than 30 mins. ... more

Posted by: Beth RavinskyBrandy StationVirginia
Email: BethRavinsky@yahoo.com
Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center is now accepting applications for a full time manager of the Equestrian Center. The candidate must have strong management skills, knowledge of the horse industry, as well as the ability to successfully run: a 24 stall boarding facility, lesson ... more

Posted by: Caitlin AshtonMoseleyVA
Email: ccashton@vt.edu
We are currently looking for a dressage instructor and western pleasure instructor for the summer and fall, possibly throughout the year. Being able to drive the truck and trailer and coach at shows would be a big plus. This is a commission based position. Would prefer ... more

Posted by: Nadeem HelferMiddletownVA
Email: nadeem@horselocate.com
Working student position in Middletown, VA. This could be a great opportunity for someone looking to take their riding to the next level. Most of th... more

Posted by: Lindsay Fox AldieVA
Fox Training is seeking an additional working student to join our team!
Fox Training is based at Aldie Equestrian Center. The full service facility offers boarding, lessons and training.
Lindsay’s working students receive many educational opportunities, including; ... more

Posted by: Bryant DunetzMiddleburgVA
Email: bryant@southamptonsport.com
2015 Opportunity for professional trainer to partner at new facility in Bluemont, Va set up for breeding and development of young horses. Inquires con... more

Posted by: Huxley GreerWirtzVA
Email: huxley@huxleygreer.com
Seeking reliable barn-sitter for 1-2 weekends per month while away at horse shows. Must have strong background with horses and be extremely reliable. Would be responsible to 4-6 horses and would be handling, mucking out and feeding. Basic equine first aid knowledge required. ... more

Posted by: Sharon MolsterGreat FallsVA
Email: sbmolster@verizon.net
We are seeking two energetic riders, at least 16yrs of age, to assist our young riders in grooming/tacking, side walking, feeding and light barn work.
Lesson Assistants are required to work 2 Saturdays a month (approximately 3-4 hours in the afternoon) and 2 weekdays ... more

Posted by: Taylor MPowhatanVA
Email: TallPineStables@verizon.net
Tall Pine Stables is seeking volunteers and/or Grooms to help out at our shows for 2015. Whether your somewhat new to horses or those who are very familiar, we will allow time for training on our way of show prep!
We show locally in VA, along with shows from DE down to ... more

Posted by: Maria KimbleSterlingVA
Email: mlk@acmeemail.com
Field boarding facility in Purcellville, VA. has a part-time horse care position available.
Position is for 3-4 days per week, 2-3 hours per day on weekday mornings, with opportunities for additional hours. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation ... more

Posted by: Carolyn CongelosiMechanicsvilleVA
Email: carolyncongelosi@comcast.net
Watermark Farm, located near Ashland, Virginia, is currently seeking mostly weekend, experienced barn help for up to maximum 12 horses in exchange for field or stall board for one horse. Qualified person will be professional and experienced in horse handling and barn chores ... more

Posted by: Hilary KellerManakin-Sabot VA
Email: pinecrestfarmllc@gmail.com
We are seeking individuals for full and part time help at Pine Crest Farm. We have about 25 horses on the farm that need cared for.
--Hours are 7:30am to 11:00am and 1 or 2 pm to 5 pm.
Individuals will be in charge of feeding horses, turning horses out, changing blankets, ... more

Posted by: Kathairne TharpFredericksburgVA
Email: hilltopstablestharp@yahoo.com
Hill Top Stables is now hiring. Part time position available for barn help. You must have your own transportation. Please call for more information concerning the position.
You may reach Hill Top Stables via phone at 540-847-3078 . Please leave a text message if we are ... more

Posted by: JEFFERY ALLEN VIRGINIA BEACHVA
Email: JWA10171959@HOTMAIL.COM
WE ARE A LARGE FACILITY, AND HAVE 57 STALLS AND ARE LOOKING FOR FULL AND PART TIME HELP
THIS ENCLUDES BUT NOT LIMITED TO MUCKING STALLS LEADING HORSES TO AND FROM PASTURES SWEEPING UP CLEANING THE MAIN BARN BEFORE LEAVING WE HAVE TWO SHIFTS ONE STARTS AT 6 am AND THE SECOND ... more

Posted by: Joan RussoWarrentonVA
Email: joan@pondviewstables.com
Need about four truck loads of manure removed. Do not have tractor or dump truck so need someone that can do the job. Looking for reasonable rates. P... more

Posted by: Kathie HamlinBerryvilleVA
Email: khamlin@elmington.com
You can start now! You don't need to own a pony (or horse), we have plenty for you to ride!
Elmington Farm is looking for a few energetic, part-time working students to assist in riding/training. Duties include: brushing ponies, tacking and untacking, riding, and more.
This ... more

Posted by: Ibrahim BaraziLeesburgVA
Email: ibarazi@hotmail.com
High quality show stable in Middleburg looking for a full time employee to take care of show horses.
Looking for a motivated reliable person.
Pl... more

Posted by: Taylor MPowhatanVA
Email: TallPineStables@verizon.net
TPS is looking for an honest and dedicated working student. Whether you are just starting to ride or have previously ridden! Many working student options available!
This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in riding and showing. Learn how to better your ... more

Posted by: Jocelyn KrissGlen AllenVA
Email: jkjoker16@gmail.com
Looking for a part time groom to help professional event rider in Glen Allen, Va. Willing to pay by the hour or open to trading out for lessons or partial board. Schedule can be very flexible, but need help for approximately 4-5 hours 5-6 days a week, as well at shows. ... more